Description
Hearty Shepherd’s Pie Soup blends classic British comfort with innovative culinary design. Creamy potato-topped lamb stew delivers rich flavors in a convenient, soul-warming bowl that connects tradition with modern dining pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
Vegetables:
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 ½ pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 4 cups chicken broth or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 cup aged white cheddar cheese, shredded optional
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and submerge half of the diced potatoes in water, bringing the liquid to a rolling boil and cooking until the vegetables become fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- In a spacious saucepan, brown the ground beef, onions, and carrots over medium-high heat, systematically breaking down the meat and carefully eliminating any excess rendered fat.
- Introduce minced garlic and tomato paste to the meat mixture, allowing the aromatics to bloom and release their intense flavors for approximately 1 minute.
- Pour in half of the beef broth, add the remaining potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves; elevate the temperature to create a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer until the potatoes become completely soft, around 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the initially boiled potatoes and transform them into a smooth puree by combining with sour cream, butter, and the reserved broth, then reintegrate this creamy mixture into the soup base.
- Once the diced potatoes reach optimal tenderness, fold in sharp cheddar cheese, allowing approximately 2 minutes for complete melting and integration.
- Gently incorporate frozen peas and continue heating the soup to ensure uniform temperature throughout the dish.
- Finalize the preparation by seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences before serving the warm, comforting soup.
Notes
- Comfort meets convenience in this hearty soup that transforms the classic shepherd’s pie into a cozy, one-pot wonder.
- Potatoes play a starring role, first boiled separately, then pureed with sour cream and butter for an ultra-creamy texture.
- Beef and vegetables dance together in a rich, aromatic base, creating layers of depth that’ll warm you from the inside out.
- Worcestershire sauce and herbs provide a subtle complexity, elevating this soup from simple to spectacular.
- Melted cheddar cheese adds a final touch of indulgence, making each spoonful a delightful blend of traditional shepherd’s pie flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg